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Venice and the milk of dreams
Life, Apinan Poshyananda, Published on 15/08/2022
» Santa Maria Della Salute, also known as Saint Mary of Health, stands majestically at Punta Della Dogana by the Grand Canal in the city of Venice. In 1631, Venice experienced an unusually devastating plague when nearly a third of the population was wiped out. As a votive offering, the Republic of Venice vowed to build and dedicate a church to Our Lady of Health with objects of art that bore reference to the Black Death. In March 2022, after postponement due to Covid-19 that killed thousands in the city, the 59th Venice Biennale opened under the theme of "The Milk Of Dreams" and was welcomed like a warm delicious latte by the art world.
Seeing silver linings
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/07/2022
» When the 11th White Elephant Art Award announced its theme "Endless Giving", people in Thailand were facing a difficult time due to lockdown measures to control the spread of Covid-19. Artist Ananyot Jannual said it was so difficult to think about "endless giving" at that time because almost everyone was encountering difficulties of some sort due to the healthcare crisis. However, he came up with Palung Haeng Dok Tantawan (The Power Of The Sunflowers) and won first prize for his powerful oil and acrylic painting.
India bans many single-use plastics to tackle waste
AFP, Published on 01/07/2022
» NEW DELHI - India imposed a ban on many single-use plastics on Friday in a bid to tackle waste choking rivers and poisoning wildlife, but experts say it faces severe headwinds from unprepared manufacturers and consumers unwilling to pay more.
The sounds of the jungle
Life, John Clewley, Published on 10/05/2022
» The acclaimed traditional music ensemble Fong Naam was founded in 1981 by American Bruce Gaston and "Teacher" Boonyong Khetkong. Even after the death of some of the original masters, all of whom were national artists, the band remains Thailand's most well-known musical group internationally.
Creature comforts
Guru, Worada Elstow, Published on 06/05/2022
» The last two years have been stressful, to say the least. The people of today may feel a lot of pressure with work, life and with the pandemic still looming in the background. Guru lists several places close to home that can help destress and get closer to nature and animals.
Down to earth
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 15/04/2022
» You can't change the world in a day because great things start small. Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22 and reminds us to be kinder to the environment. Guru lists a few places where you can embrace Mother Nature and ways to be more sustainable.
Dogs show signs of mourning after loss of canine companions
AFP, Published on 25/02/2022
» WASHINGTON: Dogs are deeply affected by the deaths of canine companions, eating and playing less and seeking attention more following a loss, a large scientific study said Thursday.
Big cat needs help to stave off extinction
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 31/01/2022
» Tomorrow the Chinese New Year begins, and the third zodiac animal is everywhere on merchandise, from accessories and cosmetics to clothing and watches, in celebrating the Year of the Tiger.
Exhibition explores China, Ayutthaya relations
Life, Published on 25/01/2022
» Siam Society is holding "China For Ayutthaya", a one-day exhibition on Chinese exports to Siam, on Thursday at 10.30am.
Saying no to illegal wild meat
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/01/2022
» A traveller kills a wild animal and posts its photo on social media with the caption: "How should I cook this red junglefowl?"